5502 N 42nd Street, Tacoma, WA 98407
Listed by Curtis Gibson, Windermere Prof Partners · Buyer brokerage: Windermere Prof Partners
$610,000
$436 per sq ft
5502 N 42nd Street, Tacoma, WA 98407
Tacoma, WA, 98407
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 2
- Sq ft
- 1,398
- Built
- 1969
- Parking
- Attached Carport, Driveway, Attached Garage, Off Street
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- 3
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 1,398
- Square feet
- $436
- Per sq ft
- Single Family Residence
- Type
- 1969
- Year built
- 7,705 sq ft
- Lot
- 10
- Days on market
About this property
Move-in ready and full of possibilities, this inviting 3 bedroom, 2 bath home offers a desirable floor plan. The living room welcomes you with a cozy gas fireplace, while the kitchen is ready for everyday living and entertaining with a brand-new dishwasher, gas cooktop, and adjoining dining space. The layout includes a spacious primary suite and guest room on the main level, plus an additional private bedroom on the upper half-story. A huge sunroom creates the perfect bonus space to relax year-round. Outside, the opportunities continue. The private, fully fenced lot backs to a peaceful greenbelt and is surrounded by mature landscaping, flower & herb gardens, a variety of berries, fig and plum trees, and two storage sheds. Host unforgettable summer gatherings around the covered fire pit and BBQ area, or bring all your hobbies and toys with an oversized shop, 2 separate attached garages, plus an additional carport, and room for an RV. Practical updates include newer plumbing and hot water tank, offering peace of mind for years to come. Ideally located just five minutes from the Point Ruston Waterfront, Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium, and shopping & dining, this property truly has it all. Come experience the space, privacy, and lifestyle you’ve been waiting for!
Location & commute
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Property details
Listing details
- Listing number
- #2514300
- Listed
- April 30, 2026
- Days on market
- 10
- Price per sq ft
- $436
- Sold price
- $610,000
- Sold
- June 11, 2026
Unit & building
- Unit levels
- One and One Half
Parking
- Parking
- Attached CarportDrivewayAttached GarageOff Street
- Covered spaces
- 4
- Total spaces
- 5
Construction
- Year built
- 1969
- Style
- 11 - 1 1/2 Story
- Structure
- House
- Roof
- Composition
Heating & cooling
- Heating
- 90%+ High EfficiencyForced AirHeat Pump
- Cooling
- 90%+ High EfficiencyForced AirHeat Pump
- Energy source
- ElectricNatural Gas
Interior features
- Features
- Bath Off PrimaryDbl Pane/Storm WindowFireplaceFrench DoorsJetted Tub
- Fireplaces
- 1
- Fireplace type
- Gas
Flooring
- Flooring
- Ceramic TileGranite
Appliances
- Appliances
- DishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorStove(s)/Range(s)Washer
Lot
- Lot features
- Adjacent to Public LandCurbsPavedSidewalk
- Lot size
- 7,705 sq ft
Terms
- Terms offered
- CashConventionalFHAState BondVA Loan
Utilities
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Sewer Connected
Schools
- District
- Tacoma
- Elementary
- Point Defiance
- Middle
- Truman
- High
- Silas High School
Listing history
Listed
$610,000
April 30, 2026
Sold
$610,000
June 11, 2026
Derived from current MLS listing fields. Full multi-cycle status history is on the roadmap.
Payment estimate
An estimate to help you plan, not a loan offer or financial advice.
Est. monthly
$3,552
- Principal & interest
- $3,084
- Property tax (est.)
- $468
Assumes $122,000 down (20%), a $488,000 loan at 6.5% over 30 years. Property tax is an estimated figure, not MLS data (verify with the county assessor). Excludes insurance, PMI, and closing costs. Not a commitment to lend or financial advice.
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Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of July 31, 2026 at 6:45 PM PDT. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.